Misdiagnosis of pulmonary embolism and missed pulmonary embolism: A systematic review of the literature
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a common and life-threatening condition. Misdiagnosis of PE is not uncommon as symptoms can overlap with other diagnoses and could cause potential harm. We conducted a systematic review to estimate rates of misdiagnosis and factors may be associated with misdiagnosis of PE...
Main Authors: | Chun Shing Kwok, Chun Wai Wong, Saul Lovatt, Phyo K Myint, Yoon K Loke |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2022-06-01
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Series: | Health Sciences Review |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772632022000113 |
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